Cleveland, OH Local Data & Statistics

State: OH

Total population: 366,097 Household income: $40,801 Rent: $945

Overview

Total population

366,097

Rent

$945

Year built

1941

Household income

$40,801

Per capita income

$28,266

Poverty rate

30.6%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Household size

2.1 persons

Rent over 30% of income

47.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Ohio

Total population

366,097

Adults over 25

254,129

Total households

169,683

Household size

2.1 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$40,801

Per capita income

$28,266

Poverty rate

30.6%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Rent over 30% of income

47.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$945

Year built

1941

Households that rent

58.3%

Households that own

41.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

35.5%

Black

45.9%

Asian

2.6%

Two or more races

10.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

13.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

86.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

88.5%

Commute time to work

22 mins

Work from home

11.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

34.1%

High school graduate or GED

33.9%

Some college or associate degree

9.6%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

22.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Cleveland, OH with: Ohio United States

Cleveland, OH

Total population366,097

Rent$945

Year built1941

Household income$40,801

Per capita income$28,266

Poverty rate30.6%

Unemployment rate4.0%

Ohio State

Total population11,810,293

Rent$1,034

Year built1970

Household income$71,389

Per capita income$40,552

Poverty rate13.3%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityCleveland, OH	StateOhio	CountryUnited States
Total population	366,097	11,810,293	334,922,499
Rent	$945	$1,034	$1,413
Year built	1941	1970	1980
Household income	$40,801	$71,389	$80,734
Per capita income	$28,266	$40,552	$44,673
Poverty rate	30.6%	13.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.0%	4.3%	4%

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Summary for Cleveland, OH

Cleveland is located in Ohio.

Rent & Income

In Cleveland, the typical monthly rent is $945 and the typical household income is $40,801. Rent here is lower than in both Ohio and the U.S., and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 30.6%, which is higher than in both Ohio and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 58.3% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 47.9% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 22.4% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is lower than Ohio and similar to the national rate.

Cleveland, OH — Rent vs Household Income

Cleveland, OH — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Cleveland, OH compares in Ohio (18 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$945	8 / 18	from lower rent	$728 – $1,295
Household income	$40,801	17 / 18	from higher income	$34,408 – $74,681
Poverty rate	30.6%	17 / 18	from lower poverty	8.3% – 37.3%
Unemployment rate	4%	4 / 18	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Ohio with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Cleveland, OH

Rent

In rent comparisons, Cleveland comes in 8th out of 18 large places. Across Ohio, rents vary from $728 in Youngstown, OH to $1,295 in Columbus, OH.

Household income

For median household income, Cleveland is ranked 17th out of 18 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $34,408 in Youngstown, OH to $74,681 in Kettering, OH.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Cleveland in 17th place among 18 significant areas. Across Ohio, poverty ranges between 8.3% and 37.3%.

Unemployment rate

For unemployment, Cleveland ranks 4th out of 18 large places. Across Ohio, unemployment ranges from 2.5% in Lakewood, OH to 6.6% in Toledo, OH.

💰 Rent in Cleveland, OH (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $945 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Cleveland, OH

Annual Household Income: $40,801

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Cleveland, OH

Estimated Rate: 30.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Cleveland, OH

In Cleveland, OH, households that rent: 98,879 (58.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	98,879	58.3%
Owner-Occupied	70,804	41.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Cleveland, OH

In Cleveland, OH, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 47,375 (47.9%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	47,375	47.9%
Other renter households	51,504	52.1%
Total renter households	98,879	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Cleveland, OH

Less than High School: 86,592 people (34.1%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 86,055 people (33.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 24,472 people (9.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 57,010 people (22.4%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 254,129

📊 Unemployment Rate in Cleveland, OH

Estimated Rate: 4.0%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.